Store Director; Store Manager - Columbus Area

The pay range is $ - $

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and may also consider education, work experience and certifications. In addition to pay, Target invests in you as a team member so you can take care of yourself and your family. Eligible team members and their dependents receive comprehensive health benefits and programs, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more.

Other benefits include 401(k), employee discount, short‑term and long‑term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.

All About Target

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture.

You lead a team that has one purpose: to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. You develop leaders who care about their teams, guests, and one another. You lead a team of experts, advocates, and consultants passionate about ensuring guests get what they came for—and a little more—every time they shop. You take accountability for running a profitable, growth‑oriented business.

The role of a Store Director provides meaningful experiences that help leaders build and develop skills for a thriving career.

• Managing a large hourly team and leaders of leaders.
• Recruiting, selecting, talent management, and talent planning across all store departments.
• Guest service fundamentals and building a guest‑first culture.
• Retail business financials (payroll, P&L) and driving sales growth.
• Creating store‑specific strategies and managing the team to deliver results.
• Understanding sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing, promotions, and specialty businesses.
• Setting and planning quarterly business priorities, managing the team to meet sales goals.
• Making business decisions by assessing market competition, guest insights, and feedback.

• Cultivate a guest‑centric, engaged team.
  • Lead a talent culture through active onboarding, development, and growth of leaders.
  • Drive accountability with clear expectations and consistent performance management.
  • Partner with HR to create and deliver sustainable, equitable talent strategies.
  • Be approachable, resolving issues quickly and fostering an open environment.
  • Recruit, hire, and retain a passionate, knowledgeable team.
  • Oversee scheduling to meet business needs while ensuring a consistent guest experience.
  • Manage leadership schedules that align to guest and business needs (weekends, nights, etc.).
  • Promote inclusivity, authenticity, and respect; create equitable experiences.
  • Invest in and track training to maintain skill development and timely completion.
  • Model a welcoming experience by greeting guests and engaging proactively.
  • Encourage guests, thank them, and reinforce a positive shopping experience.
  • Balance in‑store and digital guest interactions to achieve sales and operational goals.
• Own the store’s overall business to drive efficiency, safety, and sales growth.
  • Build and execute plans for an efficient operation that funds future growth.
  • Create routines and action plans to resolve operational shortfalls.
  • Leverage financial, operational, safety, and guest reports to make data‑driven decisions.
  • Promote financial accountability: manage sales, headcount, payroll, and overtime.
  • Assess competition, use guest insights, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Build community relationships to address local needs.
  • Coordinate field support partners for problem resolution.
  • Set clear priorities by balancing competing demands.
  • Own the safety culture: model safe behaviors, recognize compliance, and address hazards.
  • Maintain an in‑store security culture focused on deterrence, response, and resolution.
  • Ensure merchandise protection strategies follow best practices.
  • Follow all safe and secure training, address emergencies, and uphold ethical conduct.

• You enjoy interacting and helping others—guests and team members alike.
• You thrive in a fast‑moving, highly active, and physically demanding role with teamwork, flexibility, and…